2008 Vespa LX 50

Vespa LX 50 2008


2008 Vespa LX 50 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Vespa's profilation of this bike
Take a new spin on an original classic. From the same pedigree as the first Vespa prototype built by Piaggio in 1946, the LX is 60 years in the making. Witness the evolution of style, comfort, and performance with the core values of Vespa that never change: eco-friendly engineering, passion, individualism, and integrity.

General moped information
Model name Vespa LX 50
Model year 2008
Category Scooter
Price as newUS$ 3199. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.6  View the detailed rating of value for money, design and look, reliability, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power output 4.2 HP (3.0 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Torque 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Top speed 62.8 km/h (39.0 mph)
Bore x stroke 39.1 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition Electric and kick start
Lubrication system Wet sump,
Cooling system Air
Gearbox Automatic
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
Front suspension Single arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber
Rear suspension Coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
Front tire 110/70-11
Rear tire 120/70-11
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.0407 HP/kg
Overall length 1755 mm (69.1 inches)
Other specifications
Starter Electric & kick
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